The Reserve Bank of India’s latest monetary policy decision has reinforced a period of stability for borrowers, lenders, and financial markets, as the central bank chose to keep its benchmark policy rate unchanged. The move carries significant implications for loan interest rates, equated monthly instalments (EMIs), and the broader cost of borrowing across the economy. …
Indian equity markets have entered February 2026 on an unusually volatile footing, with sharp intraday swings becoming the norm rather than the exception. The turbulence is not being driven by a single shock but by a convergence of domestic policy recalibration, global risk sentiment shifts, and structural changes in how India’s markets now function. Together, …
The Government of India has announced a series of updates to its flagship welfare and development schemes for 2026, signalling a renewed focus on inclusive growth, social protection, and improved access to public services. The changes, introduced through the Union Budget 2026–27 and subsequent policy notifications, include expanded eligibility criteria, enhanced financial benefits, and broader …
After an initial wave of experimentation with generative artificial intelligence, India’s enterprise sector is entering a more pragmatic phase. Large organizations that once rushed to pilot general-purpose large language models are now narrowing their focus, prioritizing systems that deliver consistent outcomes, withstand regulatory scrutiny, and integrate cleanly into complex business processes. This shift is propelling …
New Delhi, February 5, 2026 — Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented her record ninth consecutive Union Budget on February 1, 2026, framing it as a “Yuva Shakti–driven budget” that places India’s young population at the heart of the nation’s journey toward Viksit Bharat by 2047. With total expenditure projected at around ₹53.5 lakh crore and …